Best 8 Day Egypt Itinerary
Best 8 DAY EGYPT ITINERARY .
- We offer an 8-day Egypt trip program, visiting Cairo, the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Cairo Museum, then Alexandria, traveling to Luxor and visiting the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple Karnak Egypt 360, then traveling to Hurghada to enjoy and relax at the Red Sea Resort.
Day 1- Arrival to Cairo
Aroundegypttrips representative will meet & assist you at Cairo International Airport, Transfer to hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle Free evening Depends on your arrival. If you have an early flight to Cairo you can contact us to make a tour suggestion.Overnight in the Hotel
- Start your private tour to Alexandria from Cairo , starts at 7:00 am with Pickup from your hotel by our Egyptologist, and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Alexandria , The distance is 220 k/m Northwest of Cairo . Arrive at Alexandria around 10 am
Start your day Tour in Alexandria Visiting The Roman Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa :
Archaeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years
Pompey Pillar:
Has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honor Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria
The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay:
The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the City against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in 3rd Century B.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King Qeitbay
Lunch in Alexandria in Egyptian Restaurant
The new Library of Alexandria :
The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.
Drive to Cairo- Overnight in the hotel in Cairo.
- You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo by our tour guide to enjoy a great excursion to The Pyramids of Giza ( Cheops , Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of and visit the Valley Temple .
Lunch will be served during the Pyramids at the local restaurant in Giza - Then visit the Egyptian Museum
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahir
It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen – A collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated. - If you wish to visit the mummies royal hall. You need to ask the tour guide to take the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and you pay for this.
- The New Grand museum is not open yet. It will be open soon .
- Then you will be transferred to Cairo airport for a short flight to Luxor , Then transfer to your hotel in Luxor – Nile Palace Steigenberger
- pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to Cairo airport. Visit Luxor on one day tour from Cairo. Take the early flight to Luxor . It takes 1 hour to fly to Luxor . Upon arrival at Luxor , you will be met by our representative, then Enjoy a day tour in Luxor , Start with a visit to the Karnak Temple;
Karnak templesThe Temple of Karnak is the largest ancient religious site known anywhere in the world, No site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak . It is the largest temple complex ever built by man. It represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders and Pharaohs. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples situated on 247 acres of land.
Lunch in Egyptian restaurant Luxor -authentic delicious Egyptian food.You will cross the Nile to visit some of the most spectacular highlights of Luxor ‘s fabled West Bank during which you will explore with your own private tour guide Visit the valley of the Kings. You will visit 3 Tombs.
Valley of the KingsThe final resting place of Egypt’s rulers from the 18th to the 20th dynasty, it is home to tombs including the great Pharaoh Ramses II and boy Pharaoh Tutankhamen. The tombs were well stocked with all the material goods a ruler might need in the next world. Most of the decoration inside the tombs still well preserved.
If you wish to visit the Tomb of The young Pharaoh Tutankhamun . It costs 300 Egyptians Pounds ExtraThe Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of king Amenhotep III are the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. The statues are made from blocks of quartzite sandstone which exist in Cairo then moved 700 KM to Luxor , The two statues Know as the Colossi of Memnon, Rising about 18 M from the plain, They are the remains of what was once the largest complex on the west bank, Built by Amenhotep the Third. At around noon you will have lunch in a local restaurant in Luxor , Then Visit The Temple of Karnak -the largest ancient religious site known anywhere in the world :
Temple of Queen HatshepsutThe Queen Hatshepsut temple is an Important Theban religious and funerary site on the west bank of the Nile, opposite Luxor , comprising temples and tombs dating from the early Middle Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period. The site consists of a deep bay in the Nebhepetra (Mentuhotep II).
Luxor Temple
Largely built by the New Kingdom Pharaoh Amenhotep the Third and Completed by King Tutankhamon and the Great King Ramses the second, The First pylon was raised by Ramses the second and Decorated with His Military Battle of KadeshAfter an amazing day in Luxor , you will be transferred to Hurghada for an amazing Luxury holiday distance is 280 K.m
- Experience World-class Service at Tropitel Sahl Hasheesh resort
One of our top picks in Hurghada . Located in an elegant area of the Red Sea, Tropitel Sahl Hashish features magical views of the warm Red Sea and a sandy beach with a private jetty. It includes 3 outdoor swimming pools heated in winter as well as a children’s pool.The Deluxe 5 stars beachfront resort offers spacious modern stylish rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with a balcony or terrace overlooking a garden, pool, or sea view. It also includes a seating area with a satellite LCD TV and a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or shower.With its impressive collection of 4 restaurants, guests can enjoy a range of food from Italian, Mexican, Indian, and oriental cuisines.Guests can enjoy free access to the water park as well as relaxation and body treatment in the spa and fitness center which includes a sauna, massage, steam bath, and a built-in outdoor hot tub. A wide selection of recreation facilities available as diving, sailing, biking, tennis, volleyball, billiards and ping pong.Overnight at the resort in Hurghada .
- This is a free day for you to enjoy however you wish. The resort in Hurghada offers a large swimming pool complex, long sandy beaches and all-inclusive food and drink; total relaxation awaits! Alternatively, you can choose to take part in any number of water sport activities, including full-day snorkelling and scuba diving excursions. The seas around Hurghada offer some of the best coral reef dive spots in the world, giving the opportunity to see many colourful fish species, including the Red Sea Clownfish, Emperor Angelfish, Picasso Trigger Fish and Moray Eels. Overnight at the resort in Hurghada .
- You can book an optional snorkeling trip to the dolphin house from Hurghada .
Free day in Hurghada
- Pick up from Hurghada hotel to Hurghada to Hurghada airport for a short flight to Cairo
Best 8 DAY EGYPT ITINERARY
Please remember to bring:
- Passports
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sun Cream
Included/Excluded
- Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport + transfer to hotel by air-conditioned vehicle
- 2 nights accommodation in Cairo including breakfast & all taxes - 5 stars Hotel
- Flight tickets -Cairo-luxor- Hurghada -Cairo
- 1 night in Luxor- Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel
- 4 nights in Hurghada( Mina Mark Hotel- 4 stars Or Tropitel Sahel Hashesh( 5 stars)
- Entrance fees to all sites as mentioned in the program
- All service charges and taxes
- Assist & transfer to Cairo International airport on final departure.
- Private tour guide
- International flights to Egypt
- Entrance fees inside any of the pyramids or inside the mummy room at the Egyptian Museum.
- Any other optional tours if required.
- tipping
Tour Plan
- The Pyramids of Giza
- The Sphinx
- The Egyptian Museum
- Khan el Khalil bazaar
- The Library of Alexandria
- The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa
- The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay
- Pompey Pillar
- Karnak temple
- The valley of Kings
- The Colossi of Memnon
- Discover the beauty of the Redsea
* Family And Group Have a Special price
Prices Quoted Per Person in U.S.D
5 Stars Hotel
- Single occupancy 1800$
- Double and Triple occupancy 1650$
4 Stars Hotel
- Single occupancy 1600$
- Double and Triple occupancy 1450$
3 Stars Hotel
- Single occupancy 1400$
- Double and Triple occupancy 1250$
Children Policy
- Children from 0 to 5 Years 250$ which is the airfare
- Child from 6 to 11 years old Pay 50% of the adult rate sharing parent`s room Note: The rate will be 30% extra during the following date ( New Year, Easter & Chrismais )
Nile Cruise
Nile Cruise is always Standard 5 Stars even if you preferred to stay at 3 or 4 Stars Hotel in cairo .it Could be one of the Following or something
Similar it is independ on Customer travel date
Traveling From Cairo To Aswan & From Luxor to Cairo will be on first Class Sleeper train each Trip includes dinner & Breakfast on Watanya Train
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